Kanyashree Prakalpa
West Bengal government · ongoing · since 2013
Kanyashree Prakalpa is a West Bengal government scheme dating from 2013; its current status is ongoing. Conditional cash transfer for girl children to encourage school retention and delay marriage. Provides annual scholarships to enrolled girls aged 13–18 and a one-time grant at age 18 if unmarried and continuing education.
↗ Apply / check eligibility — wbkanyashree.gov.in↗ Official source — wbkanyashree.gov.in
Projects & Initiatives 1 ongoing
Frequently asked questions
What is Kanyashree Prakalpa?
Conditional cash transfer for girl children to encourage school retention and delay marriage. Provides annual scholarships to enrolled girls aged 13–18 and a one-time grant at age 18 if unmarried and continuing education.
What is the official website of Kanyashree Prakalpa?
The official source for Kanyashree Prakalpa is wbkanyashree.gov.in.
How do I apply for Kanyashree Prakalpa?
Apply or check eligibility on the official portal, wbkanyashree.gov.in. It is free on the government portal — you do not need an agent.
When did Kanyashree Prakalpa start?
Kanyashree Prakalpa dates from 2013.
What is the current status of Kanyashree Prakalpa?
Kanyashree Prakalpa is ongoing.
What is the budget of Kanyashree Prakalpa?
₹1,000+ crore/year (WB Budget; includes scholarship and one-time grants)
How many people has Kanyashree Prakalpa reached?
Govt. reported: ~60 lakh unique beneficiaries since 2013; UN Public Service Award winner (2017). Annual scholarship (K1) ₹1,000; one-time grant (K2) ₹25,000 at age 18.
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